Phantom Thread actress came close to witnessing the rock & royal match-up in the late ’80s.
Like several members ofThe Crowncast, past and present,Lesley Manvillehas personal knowledge of the royal family.
The setting for this near encounter was the island of Mustique, a favorite vacation spot for Margaret.
Lesley Manville and Princess Margaret.Dave Benett/Getty Images; Hulton Archive/Getty Images
So I would have absolutely adored to have met her and seen her playing the drums.
“He was lovely and I think he’s just spot-on as Peter Townsend.”
The fifth season ofThe Crownlaunches Nov. 9 on Netflix.
Watch the show’s just-released new trailer below.
